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Forum: Main
07-07-2023, 07:57 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,811
Posted By Jill Chasens

Short answer is no, it does not have to be...

Short answer is no, it does not have to be vertical. Unless you plan on entering it in a show there are no quilt police.
Forum: Main
02-20-2023, 08:17 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,822
Posted By Jill Chasens

I like to use the cutting templates as a guide...

I like to use the cutting templates as a guide and just go bigger and trim after. It is a lot less stressful for me. And I second the Add A Quarter ruler. Makes trimming a breeze and the way it locks...
Forum: Machine Embroidery
12-03-2022, 02:02 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 556
Posted By Jill Chasens

Wooden embroidery hoop

I hope this is the right place to post. I saw some other posts that concerned hand embroidery and thought this is a good group to ask. Has anyone purchased hoops from ACM Solutions? (Stay at Home...
Forum: Main
11-25-2022, 01:57 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,208
Posted By Jill Chasens

This post has been a revelation!! I immediately...

This post has been a revelation!! I immediately watched the video and can't wait to try it. My whip stitch is okay but this looks so much better. Thank you!!!!!!!
Forum: Main
09-13-2022, 03:24 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,253
Posted By Jill Chasens

Frame for domestic machine

My least favorite part of the quilting process is basting, so I am considering a frame that will accommodate my Baby Lock Quilters Choice Pro. I would likely do mostly straight line quilting and feel...
Forum: Main
07-14-2022, 04:13 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 15,134
Posted By Jill Chasens

I use Best Press and spray starch depending on...

I use Best Press and spray starch depending on the situation but I could only find the Faultless 'Luxe' version at Kroger. It smells AWFUL!!!!! I have used the Faultless Premium Firm Finish for years...
Forum: Main
07-09-2022, 01:01 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,778
Posted By Jill Chasens

Thank you all for your suggestions. I am off to...

Thank you all for your suggestions. I am off to check out the Facebook group.
Forum: Main
07-09-2022, 10:31 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,778
Posted By Jill Chasens

I probably described this wrong. I can get the...

I probably described this wrong. I can get the seams to line up where they meet, I am just having issues with 1. bulk and 2. sewing the individual half hex together in strips and having them line up...
Forum: Main
07-09-2022, 09:14 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,778
Posted By Jill Chasens

One block wonder help

I watched a few tutorials online and, being a pretty decent intermediate quilter, I thought I could handle this method. The cutting and piecing of the half-hexies has been easy and I love my layout...
Forum: Main
05-05-2022, 06:40 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,593
Posted By Jill Chasens

I can't think of a reason using backing wouldn't...

I can't think of a reason using backing wouldn't work. Might require a bit of math but I always seem to be 'adjusting' things anyway so I say go for it!
Forum: Pictures
04-30-2022, 04:57 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,384
Posted By Jill Chasens

Beautiful!! Really shows off the fabrics and you...

Beautiful!! Really shows off the fabrics and you chose great ones.
Forum: Main
03-21-2022, 04:37 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,087
Posted By Jill Chasens

I use Pellon Featherweight fusible that I bough a...

I use Pellon Featherweight fusible that I bough a bolt of in sale, cut the widths I need and it works beautifully. So much easier than trying to zigzag stitch without stretching the batting all...
Forum: Pictures
05-18-2021, 10:12 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 6,830
Posted By Jill Chasens

Those are beautiful. I just ordered a yard of...

Those are beautiful. I just ordered a yard of fabric from Spoonflower and found it too stuff and coarse, even after washing and drying, to use. It is a shame because the printing is very nice.
Forum: Main
03-18-2021, 09:15 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,261
Posted By Jill Chasens

Batting tape!!!!! Oh, I am excited. My machine...

Batting tape!!!!! Oh, I am excited. My machine is only straight stitch and I hate to drag out the Necchi to piece batting since sometimes we play well together, and sometimes we don't.
Forum: Main
03-17-2021, 04:41 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,261
Posted By Jill Chasens

I will give Hobbs Dream Green a look. The...

I will give Hobbs Dream Green a look. The Fairfield has pretty bad reviews and I am using nice 100% cotton fabrics and want something that will last and not tear as I try to sandwich. It was really a...
Forum: Main
03-17-2021, 01:06 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,261
Posted By Jill Chasens

Batting for donation quilts

I have been making quilt tops that will be donated to children in foster care and I will be quilting them myself on my domestic machine. Any suggestions about a decent, affordable batting to use? I...
Forum: Main
03-01-2021, 08:33 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,921
Posted By Jill Chasens

I just ordered the Martelli and a pair of cut...

I just ordered the Martelli and a pair of cut resistant gloves. Given the place on my hand that was giving me issues it looked like the best option and if it doesn't work out I am sure I can pass it...
Forum: Main
02-27-2021, 09:41 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,921
Posted By Jill Chasens

Need ergonomic rotary cutter

I am looking for recommendations for a good ergonomic rotary cutter. The Martelli is the only one I have seen mentioned when I searched here but it looks like there are a few issues with it (specific...
Forum: Main
05-21-2019, 08:12 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,430
Posted By Jill Chasens

The white fabric I used was MDG Dream Cotton,...

The white fabric I used was MDG Dream Cotton, which I thought got pretty good reviews on here, but it is a softer hand than say Designer Solids or Kona. I think I will try starch on a small test...
Forum: Main
05-21-2019, 06:23 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,430
Posted By Jill Chasens

Wink Will spray starch help with limp fabric

I am in the process of ripping apart a quilt top that I had added shashing to. It was my first time to do it and about halfway through the project realized that the fabric I was using to sash was...
Forum: Pictures
03-09-2019, 06:02 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 7,454
Posted By Jill Chasens

Love it!!! At first I was afraid it involved...

Love it!!! At first I was afraid it involved hexagons (nope!). It is fantastic.
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
01-26-2019, 09:33 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 7,238
Posted By Jill Chasens

I went to our local Singer repair and they had...

I went to our local Singer repair and they had the right walking foot. They made sure it was the one that was perfect for the featherweight before selling and I also got the 1/4" seam foot, but must...
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
01-21-2019, 05:41 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,227
Posted By Jill Chasens

I love mine. It was my moms and I wouldn't trade...

I love mine. It was my moms and I wouldn't trade it for anything.
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
01-21-2019, 05:57 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 7,238
Posted By Jill Chasens

Luckily I did have the machine serviced before I...

Luckily I did have the machine serviced before I even thought about using it. It had sat idle for about 10 years and I had no idea how to do it myself, but knew enough to get it done before I...
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
01-20-2019, 12:43 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 7,238
Posted By Jill Chasens

I do want to do FMQ and that has been my issue. I...

I do want to do FMQ and that has been my issue. I can only cover the feed dogs on the Singer and I don't have a foot that would work, so would have to purchase. Plus the throat is small at 5" which...
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